When Charred Ash circa Receding

#5d3a2e RGB(93,58,46)

About this color

When Charred Ash circa Receding occupies the dark, moderate end of the orange spectrum, defined by its coordinates #5d3a2e — RGB(93, 58, 46).

#5d3a2eRGB(93, 58, 46)

HSL 15° · 34% saturation · 27% lightness

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Psychology

Dark oranges recall autumn leaves, aged wood, and the glow of embers — earthy, grounded, hospitable.

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History

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, saffron orange carries deep spiritual significance — the colour of renunciation and wisdom worn by monks across South and Southeast Asia.

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Design use

Practically speaking, this deep orange is most at home as a primary background in dark themes, a strong border or divider, or a headline colour against a light surface. Combine with lighter tints of the same hue for a cohesive palette.

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Colour pairings

When it comes to colour harmony, pair this orange with deep teal for bold contrast, or with warm sand and burnt umber for a palette that feels natural and grounded.

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Color Categories

Color formats

Name
When Charred Ash circa Receding
HEX
#5d3a2e
RGB
rgb(93,58,46)
RGB%
rgb(36.5%,22.7%,18%)
HSL
hsl(15,34%,27%)
HSV
hsv(15,51%,36%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,38,51,64)
LAB
lab(28,14,14)
LCH
lch(28,20,45)
sRGB
(0.365,0.227,0.18)
HEX8
#5d3a2eff
CSS Name
Decimal
093058046

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Color info

Lightness
27%
Saturation
34%
Hue
15°
Chroma
20
Temperature
WarmCool
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